Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£219

Average price

£219

Fastest journey

13 h 30 m

Average duration

13 h 30 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

312 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport will cost around £219 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £219.

Fast trains

To travel from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 3 changes.

Great Western Railway (GWR)
22:4013h30
Barnstaple
12:10Stansted Airport
£2191One-way
3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £233 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 5h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
312 km
Average train duration
4h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£233
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
5h 2m
First train
06:25
Last train
22:41
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and London Stansted Airport from £233. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Price
£44
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 2m
Cheapest Price
£233
first_great_western frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £233, while the average price tends to be around £233.
The train journey from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 312 km and takes approximately 5h 2m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport is 312 km.
The first train from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport leaves at 6:25.
The last train from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport departs at 22:41.
Trains from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport.
To travel from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport is by train, costing approximately £233.
Booking trains from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport offers some scenic views, especially through the Devon countryside, with its rolling hills and picturesque landscapes. However, as you approach London, the scenery becomes more urban.
A day trip from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 2m. Trains run 7 times per day. The distance of the journey is 312 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and London Stansted Airport

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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Station Masters Cafe
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Barnstaple
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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